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Finding the Money: A Municipal Guide to Funding Road Resurfacing Projects
Road resurfacing is one of the most common—and often one of the largest—recurring capital expenses for municipalities. While resurfacing projects…
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Before You Pave: Five Decisions That Shape a Resurfacing Project
For municipalities, the annual street program is often the most anticipated and visible work that is done all year. Residents…
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Building Community Trust Through Social Media
Social media is an integral communication tool for municipalities, offering a way to participate in online community conversations and guide…
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Make the Most of This Year’s Field Season: Why Summer and Early Fall Are Critical for Project Planning
Although many construction projects do not break ground until the following spring or summer, the planning that keeps those projects…
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Capital Improvement Plans: Strategies for Long-Term Investment
In this episode of the Civic Minds podcast, Jeff Carr explains how Capital Improvement Plans help communities prioritize infrastructure projects, secure funding, and prepare for long-term growth.
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Revitalize Your Community: How to Leverage Economic Development Tools
As communities seek funding to reach development objectives, they envision economic development as a key component to achieving their goals.…
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Creating Habitat: Collaboration for Zoo Design
A flamboyance of flamingos, a tower of giraffes, a romp of otters. A throng of owner’s team members? By their…
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Transportation Safety: The Myth, The Mayhem, and The Management, Part 2
Reneé Wittenberger explores transportation safety planning, roundabouts, and road safety studies, explaining how traffic engineering strategies can reduce crashes and improve road design.
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Quality Assurance: The Proactive Approach to Construction
Learn how proactive quality assurance helps infrastructure construction projects stay safe, functional, and cost-effective through experienced oversight.
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What is Right-of-Way Acquisition, Really?
Learn how right-of-way acquisition services support roads, utilities, and public infrastructure projects while balancing community needs and property owner rights.